Paddleboarding, aka SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard), saw a legendary boost during the Covid-19 lockdown in terms of usage and sales. If you were looking for a board during 2020, you likely had to wait months to receive the one you wanted. In Miami, the SUP craze is still here and strong in certain areas. The problem is that housing in Miami is known for having limited storage due to the vast number of high-rise buildings and houses not having basements.
Question: How can you use a paddleboard if you don't have room to store a massive and bulky 11 foot object?
Answer: Rent one.
Miami has numerous quality shops to rent paddleboards from and this article will walk you through each option available to you.
Best Places to Rent a Paddleboard in Miami
Location: Sunset Islands
SUP Rental: $30+
Location Rating: Sunset Islands is a 8/10 for SUP. It's recommended that you're a strong paddler if you weave in and out of the islands since there is a current there.
Note: The boat ramp is very slippery. Be careful when walking down!
Location: Crandon Park
SUP Rental: $25-$120
Location Rating: Virginia Key is a 10/10 for SUP. Lots of wildlife and the ability to explore deeper and longer than any other location in Miami.
Note: You don't need to walk a long distance with your board because the inventory is located very close to the ramp.
Location: 2 locations @ Dinner Key in Coconut Grove & Hobie Island Beach
SUP Rental: $30
Location Rating: Hobie Island is a 9/10 for SUP. Calm and clear waters with beach launch.
Location: Hobie Island Beach
SUP Rental: $30
SUP Lesson: $75
Location Rating: Hobie Island is a 9/10 for SUP. Calm and clear waters with beach launch.
Location: Crandon Park
SUP Rental: $25-$120
Location Rating: Crandon Park is a 8/10 for SUP. Launch from the beach.
Location: Key Biscayne
SUP Rental: $45
SUP Lesson: $45
Location Rating: Key Biscayne is a 8/10 for SUP. Launch from the beach.
Location: South Pointe and Sunset Islands
SUP Lesson: $80
Location Rating: South Pointe is a 10/10 for SUP. Be prepared for balancing practice as you deal with wind swell. Launch from the beach.
Location: Various Locations in Miami Beach
SUP Rental: $40
Location Rating: South Beach is a 8/10 for SUP. Be prepared for balancing practice as you deal with wind swell. Launch from the beach.
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